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Linen and cotton block print
American
about 1775
Object Place: America
Medium/Technique
Linen and cotton block-print
Dimensions
148 x 27 cm (58 1/4 x 10 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Jason Westerfield
Accession Number59.696
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionLong, rectangular fragment, with fringe which was not in present position but separate when received. Tabby-woven ground (linen warp; cotton weft), printed in blue with wood blocks. Pattern shows undulating vines bearing cherries and small flowers. Large, single leaves in interspaces. Blue and natural linen fringe applied along one side. Linen browned and stained. Blue dye much faded. Holes.